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Smiles for Maine Orthodontics is looking a FRIENDLY, DETAIL ORIENTED, and MOTIVATED individual to join our team as an ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT!
We are located in Waterville, Maine in a newly renovated location serving the smiles of central Maine. Our hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:00-4:00.
The orthodontic assistant position works closely with patients and their families to provide them with the best treatment possible.

Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting the orthodontist in the delivery of patient care and support duties.
Responsibilities:
· Clinical Assisting
· Delivery of Patient Care
· Taking X-rays
· Treatment Documentation
· Sterilization Procedures
· Patient Education and Motivation
· Miscellaneous Duties
Clinical Duties

Prepare and maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment
Preparation of dental materials and appointment procedural setups
Greet and seat patients
Evaluate patient oral hygiene and cooperation
Take dental records, including x-rays, impressions, digital scans, and images/photographs
Complete appointment goals with the assistance of the doctor
Accurately record procedures and treatment notes in patient treatment card
Provide patient instructions and communication

Dental Infection Control

Follow the dental office infection control plan to comply with OSHA, CDC, and local standards
Clean, sterilization/disinfection, and re-circulate instruments
Disinfect treatment area and units

Physical Attributes of Job:

Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
Must have normal vision or use of glasses/corrective lenses to bring vision to normal
Must have high manual dexterity
Must be able to reach above the shoulder level to reach, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, reach, kneeling, twist/turn

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 34 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Employee discount
On-the-job training
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid training
Uniform allowance
Wellness program

Schedule:

8 hour shift
No weekends